In response to the New Mexico Department of Game & Fish “waging war on the State’s cougars,” CTAL partners WildEarth Guardians and Animal Protection of New Mexico have teamed up on a campaign to Protect New Mexico Cougars!

About the Group

Protect New Mexico’s Cougars is a coalition of conservation and animal organizations, outdoor recreationists, biologists, hunters, and concerned citizens, who are opposed to radical, unsustainable increases in state-sponsored cougar hunting in New Mexico.

Our coalition has been on the frontline demanding that cougars’ management be based on the best available science – but not on fear.  Most New Mexicans appreciate and value these rare wild cats.

We work to achieve both sustainable cougar populations and peaceful coexistence–through Cougar Smart education. Killing to reduce fears about future negative encounters is outdated and has no place in modern wildlife management.

Just a few highlights of the site include:

• information about the importance of protecting females and kittens
• safety tips and how to be Cougar Smart
• a PDF slideshow presentation
• submission form to send comments directly to the New Mexico Game & Fish Commission

For more information visit ProtectNMCougars.org